Stargazers Catch a Glimpse of Saturn

The planet Saturn will be the star of the show on Friday, Sept. 20, from 7:30-10 p.m. at the Westmont Observatory. “If you haven't seen this unique planet and its rings through a telescope before, I highly encourage you to come out and join us,” says Jen Ito, assistant professor of physics and director of the observatory. “Saturn is my favorite planet to see through a telescope."

Besides the gas giant, the viewing will include views of the waning gibbous moon. The observatory opens every third Friday of the month with help from members of the Santa Barbara Astronomical Unit, who bring their telescopes to share. 

Free parking is available near the Westmont Observatory, which is between the baseball field and the track and field/soccer complex. In case of inclement weather, please call the Telescope Viewing Hotline at (805) 565-6272 to see if the viewing has been canceled.